US EditionSee Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s Rare Date Night in NYC
- On May 28, 2025, Barack and Michelle Obama were seen together on a date night at the Lowell Hotel restaurant in New York City, marking their first public appearance in six months.
- Their outing followed months of divorce rumors fueled by Michelle's absence from several high-profile events, including President Trump's inauguration and former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.
- Michelle clarified that her absence from certain high-profile occasions was driven by her own priorities and well-being, not by any marital problems.
- She emphasized that if there were any issues between her and her husband, it would be common knowledge, while Barack noted that people struggled to accept her personal decisions without jumping to conclusions about their marriage ending.
- Though experts noted some physical distance in photos, the date night suggests the Obamas maintain their 32-year marriage amid ongoing public speculation.
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There have been rumors in the public for some time that former US President Barack Obama's marriage is on the verge of a divorce and that he and his wife Michelle are on the verge of a divorce. It also attracted a lot of attention that the 63-year-old attended Trump's inauguration alone in January, and until a few days ago, the couple had not been seen together in public for six months.
Michelle and Barack Obama Coordinate For a Rare Date Night After Divorce Rumors
The former president and first lady leaned into a romantic dress code for their surprise outing.Getty Images Michelle and Barack Obama at the 2024 Democratic National ConventionMichelle and Barack Obama put divorce rumors to bed as they stepped out for a rare date night on Tuesday, May 27.The Obamas' outing in New York City was one of their first joint appearances in six months.The former first couple coordinated in cocktail attire for the roman…
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